Czech Garlic Soup (Česnečka)

Immerse yourself in the comforting flavors of Czech cuisine with Česnečka, an aromatic garlic soup that's both simple and nourishing. Traditionally served as an appetizer or a light main course, this soup highlights the robust taste of garlic combined with the earthiness of potatoes and the aromatic warmth of marjoram.

Ingredients

🥔 4 brown potatoes
🧄 8 cloves of garlic
🍗 5 cups chicken broth, Campbell's
🧈 1 tablespoon lard or unsalted butter, Lurpak
🌿 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
🌶️ ¼ teaspoon black pepper
🧂 Salt
🍃 2 bay leaves
🍖 Cubed ham
🧀 Cubed cheese, mild cheddar
🥖 Croutons
🌿 Fresh parsley

Instructions

1- Prepare Ingredients:

Separate and peel 8 cloves of garlic, then thinly slice each clove.
Peel 4 brown potatoes using a metal potato peeler.

2- Cook the Soup:

Place ProCook Dutch oven on medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of lard or unsalted butter.
Add the cubed potatoes and bay leaves to the pot, frying gently for a few minutes while stirring.

3- Add Ingredients:

Add the sliced garlic and continue frying alongside the potatoes for 2 more minutes. Ensure the garlic doesn't burn.
Pour in 5 cups of chicken broth and season with salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.

4- Simmer Soup:

Stir the mixture, cover the pot with a lid, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.

5- Finish Soup:

Once tender, remove the lid and stir in 1 teaspoon of dried marjoram to infuse aromatic flavors.

Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Total Time: 25-30 minutes
Servings: 4
Equipment: Wooden cutting board, Knife with red handle, Wooden spoon, ProCook Dutch oven (Teal with cream interior), Glass measuring cup/jug, Pepper grinder (black), Serving plate (floral patterned)

Cooking Tips:

Thinly slicing rather than mincing the garlic allows it to retain its distinct flavor.
Frying the potatoes and garlic before adding broth enhances the soup’s depth of flavor.
Test potato tenderness by easily piercing with a knife.

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Česnečka (Czech Garlic Soup)

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